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2019 - 2021
Concord Business Directory
& Visitor Guide
™
In association with the Concord Chamber of Commerce
Stories begin on page 15
Read about us on page 34
HOME • AUTO • BUSINESS • LIFE
30 Monument Square 275 Mishawum Road 52 Main Street
Suite 135 Woburn, MA 01801 Maynard, MA 01754
Concord, MA 01742
p 978.369.4313 f 978.371.1807
www.mcwaltervolunteer.com
FIND YOUR FIT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
FITNESS AQUATICS
TENNIS WELLCARE
CAMP SPA
YOUTH & MORE
275 Forest Ridge Road | Concord, MA 01742
(978) 831-1200 | www.thoreau.com
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Visit your NEW museum!
The all-new Discovery Museum
combines our best STEAM exhibits
—for little kids, big kids, and their Best
Fam
Muse ily-Frien
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est
adults—and many new exciting
experiences.
177 Main Street, Acton MA
978-264-4200•discoveryacton.org
We’re All
About The Boy.
At our independent day school for boys
in grades 4-9, everything we do is tailored
to what’s best for boys. With our core
values of honesty, respect, empathy, and
courage as a guide, we challenge and
nurture our diverse community of boys
on their journeys to become responsible
and self-assured young men.
We are committed to making our Fenn
education affordable for families at
all income levels. Families with annual
household incomes of up to $400,000
may qualify for Fenn programs that
subsidize all or a portion of tuition.
We welcome your interest and invite you
to campus for a window into life at Fenn!
516 MONUMENT ST • CONCORD, MA 01742
978.369.5800 • ADMISSIONS@FENN.ORG
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 3
he Concord Chamber of Commerce
has been making business better in
Concord since 1953.
The Concord Chamber of Commerce is actively involved
in the business community, provides a forum to exchange
ideas and business solutions, and offers special community
and business events throughout the year.
The Chamber supports its Shop Locally initiative through
many activities, including the Gift of Concord gift certificate
program and special events to promote local businesses.
Concord Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 1544 Concord, MA 01742-2504
Phone: 978.369.3120
director@concordchamberofcommerce.org
www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.org
TOOLS AND EXPERTISE TO
HELP YOUR BUSINESS THRIVE.
LET’S UNCOMPLICATE YOUR
BOTTOM LINE.
Stop by our Concord branch today!
196 Sudbury Road
LET’S UNCOMPLICATE MONEY.®
In the Crosby’s Marketplace plaza
978.287.9584
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Artistry on the Green 15 Historic New England - Gropius House 31
Bay Path University 9 Inn at Hastings Park 32
Bullock’s Nursing Service 9, 15 JACK + TOBA 7, 32
Callie & Fen 9, 16 James V. Tabner, Counselor at Law 33
Cambridge Savings Bank 10 Joy Street Life + Home 33
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 16 Juju Sports, LLC 43
Colonial Stores 17 Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House 34
Concord Art 8, 17 Main Streets Market and Cafe 11
Concord Funeral Home 18, 48 McWalter-Volunteer Insurance 2, 34
Concord Guide Book/Montague Gallery 45 Middlesex Savings Bank 45
Concord Lamp & Shade 18 Minute Man Arc 35
Concord Museum 14, 19 Monument Group Wealth Advisors 35
Concord Optical 19 Nashawtuc Architects, Inc. 5
Concord Orchestra 20 Nashoba Brooks School 36, 46
Concord Players 20 Newbury Court 25, 36
Concord Teacakes 21 North Bridge Antiques 37
Concord Youth Theatre 21 North Bridge Inn 37
Concord-Carlisle Community Chest 8, 22 NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. 38
Concord’s Colonial Inn 13, 22 Northeast Numismatics 38
Cruise Planners 23 Patriot Electric 39
Deaconess Abundant Life Services - Home Care 23 Salem Five Bank 4
Debra’s Natural Gourmet 26 Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green 39
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum 26 Sound Solutions Audiology LLC 11
Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service 27 The Cheese Shop 11
Discovery Museum 3 The DiGiovanni Family 40
Emerson Hospital 27, 47 The Dromgoole Center for Admission 40
Fairbank and Perry Goldsmiths 28 The Guild for Human Services 41
Fenn School 3 The Thoreau Club 2
Fiorella’s 11 The Toy Shop of Concord 8
Fradette Painting, Inc. 28 The Umbrella Community Arts Center 44
Frame-ables 29 Thoreauly Antiques 41
fritz & gigi - The Children’s Shop 24, 29 Verrill Farm, LLC 42
Gibson Sotheby’s-The Tom and Joanne Team 30 West Concord Pharmacy 43
Gräem Nuts and Chocolate 9 Wheelhouse at Bradford Mill 24
Hands-On Construction 30, 43 William Raveis Real Estate 25
Harold Nichols Insurance Agency 31 Woodman & Eaton, PC 42
Hawthorne Inn 14
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Read about us on page 32 Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 7
Read about us on page 17
37 Lexington Road Concord Center
Concord, MA 01742 for the Visual Arts
978-369 -2578
concordart.org Exhibitions | Classes |Workshops | Programs
We are neighbors helping neighbors
Read about us on page 22
For over 70 years, the Community Chest has been
a nonprofit organization dedicated to the human
service needs of residents in Concord and Carlisle.
19 Main Street, Suite 2
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-5250
www.cccommunitychest.org
CONCORD-CARLISLE
COMMUNITY CHEST
THE TOY SHOP
OF CONCORD
89 Thoreau Street
Concord MA 01742
TM
978.369.2553
America’s Oldest Specialty Toy Store Established in 1942
Founded in 1942, The Toy Shop has served generations
of customers for over 70 years. Our customers and those
who work with us – our employees and manufacturers in
the United States and abroad – know that we are proud
to be the caretakers of a one-of-a-kind New England
institution that is committed to preserving the value
of toys and play.
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49 Main Street | Concord, MA
www.graemroasters.com
@graemroasters
Read about us on page 16
93 MAIN STREET
CONCORD, MA 01742
PHONE: 978-369-3908
WWW.CALLIEANDFEN.COM
Your shop for fun and unique gifts!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT CAROL LOMBARDI
clombardi@baypath.edu 413-565-6851 www.baypath.edu
Read about us on page 15
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 9
Our community ties run deep.
We’re proud to support the
Concord Chamber of Commerce.
We believe in supporting our community in a
meaningful way by giving back to those around us.
Find out more at cambridgesavings.com
COM-0325 Rev. 11/18
10 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgLet us cater your next event.
24 walden street, concord | 978.341.9999 | fiorellascucina.com
Barbara Daly, M.S.CCC/A.
747 Main Street, Suite 111
Concord, MA 01742
978-371-0246
Bdaly@Soundsolutionsaudiology.com
www.soundsolutionsaudiology.com
Monday – Friday 9:00-5:00
(some flexible morning and
evenings by appointment)
• BREAKFAST
MEET ME @ MAIN STREETS! 42 Main Street
Historic Concord Center
• ESPRESSO 978-369-9948
• BAKERY www.mainstreetsmarketandcafe.com
• LUNCH PHOTO BY MARV GOLDSCHMITT
• TAVERN MENU
• APPETIZERS
• DINNER
• FULL BAR We are open everyday at 6:00 am
CLOSING TIMES: MON - THURS 10:30 pm
• LIVE MUSIC FRI & SAT 11:30 pm & SUN 8:00 pm
THE CHEESE SHOP (978)369-5778
29 Walden Street, Concord, MA Tues - Fri 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
ConcordCheeseShop.com Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 11CATEGORY INDEX OF PROFILED BUSINESSES
Accommodations Framing
Concord’s Colonial Inn 13, 22 Frame-ables 29
Hawthorne Inn 14 Funeral Services
Inn at Hastings Park 32 Concord Funeral Home 18, 48
North Bridge Inn 37 Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service 27
Antiques & Collectibles Gifts / Home Décor / Toys / Greeting Cards
North Bridge Antiques 37 Callie & Fen 9, 16
Thoreauly Antiques 41 Colonial Stores 17
Architects JACK + TOBA 7, 32
Nashawtuc Architects, Inc. 5 Joy Street Life + Home 33
Art / Art Gallery / Supplies The Toy Shop of Concord 8
Concord Art 8, 17 Health / Wellness / Fitness
Concord Guide Book/Montague Gallery 45 Emerson Hospital 27, 47
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum 26 Sound Solutions Audiology LLC 11
Arts / Entertainment / Music / Theater The Thoreau Club 2
Concord Orchestra 20 Historical Site / National Park
Concord Players 20 Louisa May Alcott’s Orchard House 34
Concord Youth Theatre 21 Insurance
The Umbrella Community Arts Center 44 Harold Nichols Insurance Agency 31
Banking McWalter-Volunteer Insurance 2, 34
Cambridge Savings Bank 10 NorthBridge Insurance Agency, Inc. 38
Middlesex Savings Bank 45 Jewelry / Gifts
Salem Five Bank 4 Fairbank and Perry Goldsmiths 28
Clothing / Children’s, Women’s, Men’s Legal Services
fritz & gigi - The Children’s Shop 24, 29 James V. Tabner, Counselor at Law 33
Juju Sports, LLC 43 Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green 39
Coin Shop Lighting
Northeast Numismatics 38 Concord Lamp & Shade 18
Contractors / Painters Museums
Fradette Painting, Inc. 28 Concord Museum 14, 19
Hands-On Construction 30, 43 Discovery Museum 3
Education / Educational Consulting Historic New England - Gropius House 31
Bay Path University 9 Non-profit / Human Service Organizations
Fenn School 3 Concord-Carlisle Community Chest 8, 22
Nashoba Brooks School 36, 46 Minute Man Arc 35
The Dromgoole Center for Admission 40 The Guild for Human Services 41
Elder Services & Rehabilitation Pharmacy
Bullock’s Nursing Service 9, 15 West Concord Pharmacy 43
Deaconess Abundant Life Services - Home Care 23 Real Estate
Newbury Court 25, 36 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 16
Electrical Contracting Gibson Sotheby’s - The Tom and Joanne Team 30
Patriot Electric 39 The DiGiovanni Family 40
Eyewear Wheelhouse at Bradford Mill, Bradford Street LLC 24
Concord Optical 19 William Raveis Real Estate 25
Farm Stand / Market Restaurant / Specialty Foods
Verrill Farm, LLC 42 Artistry on the Green 15
Financial Services / Investment Management Fiorella’s 11
Monument Group Wealth Advisors 35 Gräem Nuts and Chocolate 9
Woodman & Eaton, PC 42 Main Streets Market and Cafe 11
Food: Bakery / Café / Market The Cheese Shop 11
Concord Teacakes 21 Travel and Tours
Debra’s Natural Gourmet 26 Cruise Planners 23
12 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgRead about us on page 22 Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 13
Read about us on page 19
14 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgArtistry on the Green
2027 Massachusetts Avenue
Lexington, MA 02421
781-301-6655
dining@innathastingspark.com
www.artistryonthegreen.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Breakfast Mon - Fri 7:00 am - 10:30 am Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
Lunch Tues - Fri 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Mon Closed
Afternoon Tea Mon - Fri 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sat Reservations required
Dinner Tues - Thurs 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Fri - Sat 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm Sun - Mon Closed
At Artistry on the Green we are passionate and dinner as well as Sunday brunch and
about food. Our creative culinary team uses afternoon tea. We are open to both overnight
fresh, seasonal ingredients to create delicious guests and the general public.
meals. Our menu showcases New England Join us for all occasions, a romantic, lingering
favorites with an inspired twist. We have meal, a lively gathering of family and friends,
developed close relationships with local and everything in-between. Awarded Boston
farmers, and feature the bounty of New Magazine’s Best of Boston-Best Restaurant,
England at our tables every day. General Excellence, West of Boston.
Located at The Inn at Hastings Park, Artistry on the Green can accommodate
Boston’s only Relais & Chateaux hotel, private events up to 54 people. Please contact
Artistry on the Green projects the same us at dining@innathastingspark.com with
warmth that you can find throughout our inquiries. Located only 6 miles from downtown
luxurious property. We serve breakfast, lunch, Concord.
Bullock’s Nursing Service
747 Main Street, Suite 316
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-0463
info@bullocksnursingservice.com
bullocksnursingservice.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Open 24 x 7
See our ad on page 9
Bullock’s Nursing Service has been surroundings of your own home by providing
offering home healthcare and skilled personal home healthcare services such
nursing services to the local community as transportation, meal preparation, light
since 1978. We are a local agency owned housekeeping, companionship, personal
and managed by a registered nurse. We care, and medical services. All clients receive
have home health aides, certified nursing a free initial assessment by a RN and a
assistants, licensed practical nurses, and personalized care plan. Our supervising RNs
RNs on staff to handle both personal care are available 24x7 to handle any medical
and skilled nursing services. issue or other concerns. Our number one
We offer flexible scheduling starting from priority is the satisfaction of our clients and
four hours per day to 24x7 care. We can their families.
help you stay in the familiar, comfortable
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 15Callie & Fen
93 Main Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-3908
www.callieandfen.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Please call or visit website for store hours.
How to find us: We are directly behind
William Raveis Real Estate. The shop
See our ad on page 9
entrance is on Mill Dam Lane.
Callie & Fen is a casual and fun shop Our shop features handcrafted items
with beautiful and unique gifts. You’ll find from New England and other parts of the
rustic home decor, candles, soap, pottery, US, as well as some global Fair Trade items.
incense, jewelry, cards, bar accessories, We accept cash and all major credits
glassware, sun catchers, wind chimes, and cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express,
more! The shop is named after our dogs, and Discover). Gift wrapping is offered free
Callie and Fen, so we have a whole corner of charge. Come visit us in Concord Center
devoted to dogs! We carry dog treats, toys, or check out the shop page to shop online
collars, blankets, bowls, and gifts for dog at www.callieandfen.com/shop
lovers. (We also have some cat items!)
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
11 Main Street, Concord 978-369-1000
23 Monument St., Concord 978-369-3600
7 Westford Street, Carlisle 978-371-1600
ColdwellBankerHomes.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Consistently for almost 20 years Coldwell one residential real estate company.
Banker has been the market leader in Concord, Dedicated to the love of people and home since
selling more real estate than any other firm. With 1906, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is the
three convenient locations, our talented real largest residential real estate brokerage company
estate professionals offer buyers and sellers local in New England. We offer a great network in
knowledge and experience. New England with more than 4,000 affiliated real
We are devoted to the service of our clients, estate agents and staff in over 80 office locations
the success of our affiliated agents, and the serving consumers in Massachusetts, Rhode
remarkable power of home. In every facet of Island, New Hampshire, and Maine. Our Coldwell
our industry, we set the standard for innovation, Banker Global Luxury® program was created
expertise, and support. Our state-of-the- to exclusively market high-end properties to an
art technology, the strength of the brand’s affluent audience worldwide.
global network, and an empowering culture of Buying or selling a home? Stop in or call one of
excellence is why we’re New England’s number our knowledgeable real estate professionals today.
16 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgColonial Stores
24 Main Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-5000
colonialstores@aol.com
www.colonialstoresconcord.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Wed, Fri 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thur 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Colonial Stores is a women’s specialty store Miss Elaine, and P.J. Salvage. We offer bath and
with department store selections. Bob Petersen, body products from Thymes, Caswell-Massey,
born and raised in Concord, began working at Crabtree & Evelyn, and Vitabath. In addition, we
Colonial Stores in 1962 as a stock boy while offer jewelry, hosiery, and fine fragrance for both
attending Concord-Carlisle High School. In men and women. Why travel to the mall when
1970 he purchased the store, and with the you can come to Colonial Stores?
help of a qualified staff, the store has evolved Our success is due to loyal customers who
from greeting cards and photo supplies to the love to shop locally. We pride ourselves on
women’s shop it is today. great customer service and developing personal
What makes our shop unique is our wide customer relationships. Whether you need a new
selection of brands typically only found in skincare regimen, an undergarment update, or
department stores. We carry major cosmetic lines that emergency pair of pantyhose for a special
such as Lancome and Clarins. We offer lingerie occasion, we look forward to helping you!
from Jockey, Hanky Panky, Wacoal, Eileen West,
Concord Art
37 Lexington Road
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-2578
www.concordart.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
See our ad on page 8
Concord Center for the Visual Arts, or feature arts-related programming. We take
Concord Art for short, has been a well- founder Elizabeth Wentworth Roberts’s
regarded home to the region’s visual arts mission seriously: to promote and advance
community since 1922, having first started the visual arts and artists; and to enrich &
to exhibit Boston artists in Concord in 1917. sustain our cultural community.
We are an inclusive, nonprofit, The galleries are free and open to the
membership-based organization comprised public, Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
of 850+ artists, educators, and art-lovers, and 12:00 noon - 4:00pm on Sunday.
to provide avenues of exposure and Concord Art is located at 37 Lexington Road,
training. We offer 80 art classes annually, Concord, MA 01742. More information:
conduct art tours locally and abroad, host concordart.org or 978-369-2578.
curated exhibitions and juried shows, and
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 17Concord Funeral Home
74 Belknap Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-3388
www.concordfuneral.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
We are available 24 hours a day,
seven days a week.
See our ad on back cover
Concord Funeral Home, a Life Celebration® funeral home offers a place of warmth and solace
Home, Glenn D. Burlamachi, CFSP for families, relatives, and friends to gather,
Concord Funeral Home has been locally honor and reflect on, as well as celebrate, the life
owned and operated and occupied since 1936. of their loved one. We invite you to visit Concord
The funeral directors are both honored and Funeral Home to discuss the funeral options
privileged to serve the families of Concord and available. Assistance with pre-need planning is
its surrounding communities during their time available in person or through our confidential
of need. Located in the historic Depot District of online registration form.
Concord, we pride ourselves in offering caring Glenn is a member of the Rotary Club of
and compassionate service in a comfortable Concord and Concord Chamber of Commerce.
and relaxed setting. We provide family centered He is also a board member of the New England
services offering all aspects of traditional Deaconess Assoc. Glenn is also certified with the
funerals, burials, cremation, memorial, and life Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice.
celebration tailored to each individual need. Our Visit our website at www.concordfuneral.com
Concord Lamp & Shade ~ Ann Eckert
21 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-3000
concordlampandshade.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun Closed
Since 1976, Concord Lamp & Shade has been the offer a wide selection of custom-designed table lamps
premier destination for lamp shades in New England. made in our workshop. In addition, we represent the
With an inventory of over 2,000 lampshades in our leading lamp manufacturers in the US, including
store and access to hundreds of styles, fabrics, and Chapman Lighting, Visual Comfort, Wildwood,
trims through our vendors' catalogs, our trained Frederick Cooper, Hubbardton Forge, Murray Feiss,
lamp shade professionals can help you find or custom and others. We also allow customers to take lamps
design the lampshade of your choice. Matched with and shades "on approval" to ensure the perfect
our custom-designed lamps, or as a replacement for selection in the home setting.
an existing lamp, we will help you select the perfect Another important part of our business is our lamp
lamp and shade combination. repair and restoration services.
Additional services include handcrafted Responsive customer service is our first priority. We
lampshades from the "customer's own material", will work with you individually to define and source
and shade relining. the right interior lighting to complement your décor.
Drawing from resources around the world, we
18 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgConcord Museum
53 Cambridge Turnpike
P.O. Box 146
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-9763
cm1@concordmuseum.org
www.concordmuseum.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Hours are seasonal. Please check
See our ad on page 14
www.concordmuseum.org
When it comes to revolutions in American campus is the Rasmussen Education Center.
life, no ground has proved richer than Concord, The Concord Museum is an irreplaceable
Massachusetts—from the shot heard ‘round the cornerstone of the Concord experience for
world to the writings of the Transcendentalists, visitors from around the world, as well as a vital
from the anti-slavery movement to innovations in educational and cultural resource for residents of
education and agriculture. Greater Boston. The Concord Museum’s ability
Founded in 1886, the Concord Museum stands to connect people with history is evident in
at the center of this remarkable legacy. The outstanding public programs for children, families,
Museum’s renowned collection of over 50,000 and adult lifelong learners; model education
objects includes the famous Revere lantern, programs; innovative exhibitions; and award-
Emerson’s Study, the desk on which Thoreau winning publications.
wrote Walden, and one of the nation’s oldest and The Concord Museum is accredited by the
most respected collections of Americana, including American Association of Museums, the highest
furniture, Revolutionary War-era artifacts, silver, professional recognition and a distinction awarded
ceramics, and needlework. New to the Museum to less than 5% of museums nationwide.
Concord Optical ~ George Bourque
80 Thoreau Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-6707
concordoptical@aol.com
concordoptical.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tue, Wed, Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thur 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sun, Mon Closed
Concord Optical has been family-owned and tirelessly, along with their coworkers, to make sure
operated since 1968. Our mission is to combine Concord Optical is still holding true to its core values.
today's technology and styles with traditional small They constantly evaluate new frames and lenses to
business values. make sure they offer their patients the best!
George Jr. and Lisa Bourque are the owners. Our office is located at 80 Thoreau Street in
George Jr. has been a licensed Dispensing Optician Concord's Depot Building. Concord Optical offers
for over 15 years. He has been working at Concord eye exams, contact lenses, eye glasses for children
Optical for as long as he can remember. and adults, and has an impressive selection of both
George Jr.'s father, George Sr., believed in honesty, prescription and non-prescription sunglasses.
quality, and craftsmanship. He greeted everyone with If you need new glasses, sunglasses, or contact
a smile, and treated patients like friends! lenses, need your glasses repaired, or just need
George Jr. and Lisa have continued the Bourque directions, stop in any time!
family tradition at Concord Optical. They work
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 19Concord Orchestra
51 Walden Street, Box 381 info@concordorchestra.com
Concord, MA 01742 www.concordorchestra.com
978-369-4967
The Concord Orchestra is composed of 70 the two runners-up give pre-concert recitals.
musicians living in Concord, Massachusetts Over the years these soloists have demonstrated
and the Greater Boston metropolitan area. remarkable artistry and introduced important
Richard Pittman has been the music director and young talent to the community.
conductor of the Concord Orchestra since 1969. David Griesinger, in a review for the Boston
The orchestra was founded in 1953. Musical Intelligencer, wrote “The Concord
Our season consists of three formal concerts Orchestra mainly consists of serious musicians
performed in the fall, winter, and spring, a family whose life path diverged from music as a career,
concert in December, and Pops concerts in May. but whose enthusiasm and delight in playing is
Concerts are held at The 51 Walden Performing undiminished. Under Pittman’s leadership, their
Arts Center in Concord. performances are consistently delightful. Pittman
To encourage young musicians, a young artist programs beautiful and sometimes neglected
competition is held annually and the winner works as well as a few old favorites and brings
performs a concerto with the orchestra, while to them thoughtful and exciting performances.”
Concord Players
51 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-2990
www.concordplayers.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Concord Players is an all-volunteer
organization, and we do not have
fixed office hours.
The best way to communicate with
us is through our website at www.
concordplayers.org.
Concord Players is an award-winning, get involved include performing and
highly respected, not-for-profit community behind-the-scenes and technical work
theater that has been producing high- such as costuming, lighting, sound, sets
quality theatre for the past 100 years. design and construction, props, publicity,
Each season includes three entertaining ushering, event management, box office,
and affordable shows, all for less than the and more. All are welcome! Concord
cost of a ticket to a professional theater in Players will even provide training for
Boston. Concord Players gives members technical people! To get involved at
of the community access to all aspects any level, contact Concord Players at
of theatre, from sitting in the audience volunteers@concordplayers.org
to performing to helping with any aspect See you at the theater!
of the productions. Opportunities to
20 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgConcord Teacakes
59 Commonwealth Avenue
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-7644
www.concordteacakes.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Fri 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Concord Teacakes is located in the desserts are irresistible!
charming village of West Concord, We also specialize in making
easy to reach by public transit or by delectable, show-stopping cakes,
car. Stop in to our café for a coffee, cupcakes, and hand-painted cookies
tea, or latte and join us for a quick for weddings, showers, birthdays, bar
breakfast of homemade muffins, mitzvahs or any other event where
croissants, and breakfast sandwiches. you are looking for something out of
Our delicious sandwiches, salads, the ordinary for both visual “wow”
and entrees are customer favorites for and fantastic taste.
lunch and dinner and, of course, our
Concord Youth Theatre
Concord Youth Theatre, Inc.
West Concord, MA 01742
978-371-1482
www.concordyouththeatre.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Our hours vary depending on show and class
schedules, so please call ahead to ensure
someone will be available to greet you.
The office is closed during public school
vacations, holidays, and when Concord schools
are closed due to inclement weather.
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to enrich the lives of young people by entertain thousands of families each season with
providing opportunities for them to be bold and innovative family productions, providing
actively involved in the creative process many with their first introduction to live theatre.
through participation in a variety of live CYT is a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit
theatre experiences under the leadership organization, and as such is always seeking
of professionals. community support. There are many ways to
CYT is committed to making quality live theatre do this: by contributing to our ongoing appeals,
accessible, relevant, and memorable for all providing much-needed items, or by volunteering.
audiences. For information regarding how you and/or
CYT offers a range of opportunities for ages 3 your business can support CYT, please call (978)
to 22. Whether you want to take a weekly class 371-1482, visit www.concordyouththeatre.
or be in a stage production, there is something org, or email us at concord_youth_theatre@
for every young person. Our Junior, Second Stage, concordyouththeatre.org!
Mainstage, and Young Adult Companies, in
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 21Concord’s Colonial Inn
48 Monument Square
Concord, MA 01742
Hotel: 978-369-9200
Restaurant: 978-369-2373
Events: 978-341-8214
concordscolonialinn.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
- Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week
See our ad on page 13
- Offering Sunday Brunch
- Entertainment in the Tavern
We are always here to be your “home away from home”.
Centered in the heart of Concord’s Hawthorne, and Louisa May Alcott. The
Monument Square since 1716, Concord’s spirit of the past is vibrantly alive at
Colonial Inn has been a vital part of Concord’s Colonial Inn and in the heart of
historic Concord and delights visitors with Concord.
its authentic charm and warm hospitality. The Inn’s distinguished history attracts
The Inn played an integral role in visitors from all over the world for business
America’s Revolutionary War. It was from and pleasure. It is a favorite gathering place
here the militiamen mustered to meet the for all occasions. Join us for breakfast,
British troops at the North Bridge nearby, lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch! We have
which was pivotal in securing America’s live entertainment in our Tavern, patio
independence. Concord was later the dining, private events, and 56 guest rooms
epicenter of philosophy and home to and suites with modern-day amenities.
legendary authors like Emerson, Thoreau, Experience history at Concord’s Colonial Inn.
Concord-Carlisle Community Chest
19 Main Street
Suite 2
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-5250
info@cccommunitychest.org
www.cccommunitychest.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Thur 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
See our ad on page 8
Fri, Sat, Sun Closed
Founded in 1947 as an organization WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP:
of neighbors helping neighbors, the Volunteer to help allocate funds to local
mission of the Community Chest is to organizations, attend a fundraising event,
strengthen our community, marshaling make a donation, or become a business
resources to help neighbors in need. supporter.
Harnessing the philanthropic support
of local businesses and individuals Call us at 978-369-5250 or visit our
who generously contribute their time website at www.cccommunitychest.org
and financial resources, we are able to for more information.
translate that support into essential aid
for nonprofit human service organizations
serving residents in Concord and Carlisle.
22 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgCruise Planners
33 Bradford Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-460-5642
peggy@cruiseplanners.com
www.peggydawsontravel.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Consultations by appointment.
We take great pride in helping home. We are your local travel
travelers design and enjoy the trip consultants and can meet here and in
of their dreams. Our extensive surrounding towns or planning can be
experience as luxury travel, river done by phone or email. Contact us
cruise, and ocean cruise specialists today to begin your next travel story!
and our status as an American Cruise Planners/American Express
Express Travel Representative Agency Travel is a licensed, bonded, and
means you have access to a world of insured agency. We are members
exclusive benefits and amenities. Our of CLIA (Cruise Line International
agency is at your service from the Association) and ASTA (American
initial consultation to your welcome Society of Travel Advisors).
Deaconess Abundant Life Services - Home Care
80 Deaconess Road
Concord, MA 01742
978-402-8620
www.deaconessservices.org
HOURS OF OPERATION:
For a free in-home or phone
consultation call 978-402-8620
24/7.
Bringing our tradition of care to your home. proper nutrition
You love living at home, yet we understand - Medication management & assistance
there are times when you may need an - Transportation - shopping, errands,
extra hand or two to be as independent doctor’s appointments
as you possibly can be. That’s when you - Managing your home environment
call Deaconess Abundant Life Services. We - Companionship to keep you active
start at a minimum of 4 hours per day (no and engaged
minimum amount of days) and go up to - Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
24-hour care supervised by a nurse always.
Our staff goes through a rigorous
- Personal care background check and vetting to make sure
- Light housekeeping your loved one is cared for with kindness and
- Bathing professionalism.
- Meal preparation with attention to
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 23Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
for new arrivals and special events.
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79 Main Street - Concord, MA 01742 - (978) 369-3253
Monday - Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Sunday seasonaly
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24 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgFriends at Newbury Court
inspire you to a life well lived.
Your maintenance-free, spacious
suite, offers a carefree lifestyle to
pursue interests and be with family
and friends. Workout in our gym
Read about us on page 36
or indoor pool, attend events,
lectures, art or yoga classes. Or go
on fun outings to places such as
museums, theatre or symphony.
Inspired by For more information about
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Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 25Debra’s Natural Gourmet
98 Commonwealth Avenue
West Concord, MA 01742
978-371-7573
debra@debrasnaturalgourmet.com
www.debrasnaturalgourmet.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Wed, Fri, Sat 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thur 8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Sun 10:30 am - 6:00 pm
Maybe it’s the best hoummous outside the chicken, and lentils of every color, and Debra’s
Middle East that draws people in. Or homemade award-winning kitchen. Yankee Magazine’s readers
soup juxtaposed with books on principles of Tao, or named Debra’s one of the three best kitchens in
those 150 small drawers that hold herbs and fresh New England!
cinnamon. Maybe it’s creams with rose that feed You can share Debra’s recipes because they’ve
body and soul that bring people in. been collected in our cookbooks and on our website.
Got a cold? The flu? Debra’s Natural Gourmet In these days of superdupermarkets, Debra’s
is home of “The Immune Dragon Superbrew, Natural Gourmet is a lively, happy place to shop. If
worst tasting, best working”, and other herbal and you need cheering up, or just want to cheer, Debra’s
homeopathic remedies. And it’s the home of Stark is the place to go.
Sisters Granola. Watch our cooking show, Eat Well Be Happy, on
There’s sustainably grown produce and local, your public access tv station, or streaming at www.
organic, and biodynamic meat, cheese, and pesto. DebrasNaturalGourmet.com anywhere, anytime,
But it’s the staff and community at Debra’s and on any device.
Natural Gourmet who keep people coming back. CBD? Yeah. We got that, too.
It’s the gluten-free foods, raw foods, organic
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
51 Sandy Pond Road
Lincoln, MA 01773
781-259-8355
www.decordova.org
WINTER HOURS
Wed- Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat, Sun 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon, Tue Closed
SUMMER HOURS
Mon - Sun 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Established in 1950, deCordova Sculpture programming and high-quality, accessible
Park and Museum is the largest park of exhibitions of both internationally and
its kind in New England, encompassing nationally renowned artists, as well as
30 acres 20 miles northwest of Boston. established and emerging New England
Providing a constantly changing artists. Patrons of deCordova enjoy year-
landscape of large-scale, outdoor, round activities including snowshoe
modern and contemporary sculpture and tours, yoga in the park, behind-the-
site-specific installations, the sculpture scenes conversations with curators and
park hosts more than 60 works, the artists, family activities, and many special
majority of which are on loan to the programs and events. DeCordova also
museum. Inside, the museum features features a cafe and a store on site.
a robust slate of innovative, interpretive
26 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgDee Funeral Home & Cremation Service
27 Bedford Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-2030
www.deefuneralhome.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
24-hour availability
Seven days a week
978-369-2030
Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service comfortable, and caring atmosphere for families
of Concord has served Concord, Carlisle, and to gather.
surrounding communities since 1868. Susan Dee Dee Funeral Home was the recipient of the
and Charles Dee Jr. are the fourth generation Community Newspaper’s Readers Choice Award
of Dee family funeral directors. John Arena III and was voted the # 1 choice of funeral homes
is a fourth-generation Concord resident and in the Concord and Carlisle area, each and every
dedicated funeral service professional. time it was awarded. The Massachusetts Funeral
Their combined experience has helped Directors Association recently recognized the
guide and educate families in choosing a firm for its 150th year of service in 2018.
personalized service that best suits their needs. Susan, Charles, and John are always available
They specialize in a wide range of services, from at the funeral home or at your home to discuss
traditional funerals to simple cremations and questions, thoughts, or concerns about the
alternative memorials. funeral and cremation process. Please contact
Located on Bedford Street in historic Concord them by calling (978) 369-2030 or by visiting
Center, Dee Funeral Home provides a warm, www.DeeFuneralHome.com.
Emerson Hospital ~ Westford Health Center
Route 110, 133 Littleton Road
Westford, MA 01886
978-589-6999
www.emersonhospital.org See our ad on page 47
The Emerson Hospital Health Center in Medical services in Westford are
Westford brings a wide range of top-quality complemented by the Polo Emergency
health services to the community. When Department, the Clough Birthing Center,
you or your family need a convenient place the Mass General Cancer Center at Emerson
for a primary care physician, pediatrician, Hospital-Bethke, the Clough Surgical Center,
specialist, or exceptional diagnostic care and and the Yeatts Radiology Center—all based
the most advanced imaging equipment, look at Emerson Hospital in Concord.
no further. With more than 30 physicians in For more information on services in
15 different practices, Emerson gives you all Westford, Concord, Groton, or Sudbury,
the services you need to keep your whole please visit emersonhospital.org.
family healthy and well. Emerson Hospital, Concord: 978-369-1400
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 27Fairbank and Perry Goldsmiths
32 Main Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-371-1088
info@fairbankandperry.com
www.fairbankandperry.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tue - Fri 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon, Sun Closed
Evening appointments are available upon
request.
Designer goldsmith Geraldine Kish Perry, owner Surrounding the consultation table are displays
of Fairbank and Perry Goldsmiths, leads a small team of our latest pieces for sale, as well as dozens
of highly-skilled jewelers and gemologists to create of photographs of previous custom work. Our
a unique destination for those seeking custom and approach is collaborative and respectful, and we
original fine jewelry. We are inspired by a deep strive to make everyone feel comfortable.
respect for the tradition of fine jewelry making, as Our on-site workshop, where all of our jewels
well as the beauty of natural precious materials that are hand-crafted one at a time, is visible from the
captivate and delight the eye. Long-time supporters gallery through ceiling-high windows. We always
of the arts and NPR, we are informed by our world welcome your questions about our process, and
near and far, leading us to use recycled gold and you can be sure that the person answering them is
platinum, and sustainably and ethically mined intimately familiar with the craft of goldsmithing.
gemstones for all of our designs. Our relationship with our community is essential
In our comfortable Main Street gallery, to our creativity, and infuses our jewelry with a
we work closely with clients to blend their desires distinctive quality. Come, rediscover how personally
with our experience, resulting in a truly personal meaningful jewelry can be!
design that fits their needs, lifestyle, and budget.
Fradette Painting, Inc. ~ James Fradette
72 Allen Farm Lane
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-1194
fradettepainting.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
By Appointment
Fradette Painting, Inc. is a second-generation Improvement Contractor and a member of PDCA
painting business started in 1964 and specializing and Concord Independent Business Association. He
in residential and commercial interior/exterior demonstrates his commitment to the community
painting, historic restoration, and color consultation. through donating services to the Concord-Carlisle
Jim spent 12 years in the high-tech industry, but Community Chest and Chamber Annual Auction. Jim
eventually longed to have his own business. In 1992, is "green" and works with a variety of low- and no-
Jim began working with his father and realized that VOC paints, which are better for the environment.
he not only enjoyed painting, but also had a natural "I love working in Concord-Carlisle and
talent for it. After his dad retired, Jim incorporated surrounding towns restoring older homes and
Fradette Painting and expanded its reputation for refining newer ones. One of my greatest strengths
delivering the highest quality workmanship and as a painter and what I believe sets me apart from
individualized services. other contractors is the ability to help clients select
The company received Angie's List "Super the right colors for any period and style of home,
Service" Award. Jim is a licensed Home emphasizing their lifestyle and décor."
28 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgFrame-ables
111 Thoreau Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-5053
frame.ables.frames@gmail.com
www.frame-ables.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Tue - Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mon, Sun Closed
Frame-ables has been providing quality Frame-ables offers a wide range of framing
custom picture framing and art for more than 30 options from simple dry mounting, French lines,
years, and is consistently voted #1 in Reader’s and fabric-wrapped matting, to canvas and
Choice awards, both local and regional. Longtime needlework stretching. They also have extensive
Concord resident and active community member experience in conservation, restoration, and
Andrea Zall opened Frame-ables in 1985, and handling of fragile artwork and artifacts.
continues to independently own and operate the Gallery 111, located within Frame-ables,
business. “Customer service and high standards features original art by a variety of artists from
are our #1 priority.” New England and beyond. This includes oils,
The friendly, talented staff design and acrylics, and photography, as well as mixed
custom frame everything from children’s art to media and pottery. Gallery 111 features a broad
oil paintings, stamps to concert tickets, jerseys selection of antique maps, as well as engravings
to medals, and memorabilia of every size and of Concord and Boston.
shape. With all work done on the premises,
fritz & gigi - The Children’s Shop
79 Main Street
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-3253
ask@fritzandgigi.com
www.fritzandgigi.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
See our ad on page 24
We celebrated our 80th anniversary in generation of Kussins, daughters Louisa
2018! fritz & gigi offers the finest American and Karen, assumed management of the
and European brands of children’s clothing. business. Amidst much fanfare, the store
We carry everything you need from rugged name was changed yet again to fritz & gigi,
playwear to fancy dresswear. Our customer The Children’s Shop.
service is the best around. In March 2016, a new family acquired
The Concord Children’s Shop was fritz & gigi. Tina Napoli Fahey, her husband
opened for business on December 1, 1938 Jack, and their three children took over
by Louisa Kussin. In 1972 the second and are proud to continue the history of
Kussin generation of son Fritz and his this Concord landmark. Come on in and
wife Gigi took over ownership and the introduce yourself and tell us what you love
name was changed to Kussin’s, Inc. The about fritz & gigi.
Concord Children’s Shop. In 2005, the third
Concord Chamber of Commerce ~ 978-369-3120 29Gibson Sotheby’s - The Tom and Joanne Team
556 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02118
781-795-0502
www.tomandjoanneteam.com
Tom Matthews and Joanne Taranto are both pricing each home. Blending market knowledge
Concord residents who leverage their Sotheby’s with an appreciation for each home’s history, they
resources to consistently close homes more are uniquely positioned to market luxury homes,
quickly and for more money than the industry estates, and properties of historical significance.
average. The team’s outstanding reputation Utilizing comprehensive marketing tools and the
has led them to over $100 million in sales since global network of Sotheby’s International Realty,
2010 (provided by MLS Pin). Tom and Joanne are Tom and Joanne offer access to the world’s most
highly regarded by their clients for their market affluent clientele.
knowledge, transactional expertise, negotiating Well respected by their peers, both Tom
skills, and professional approach. It is these and Joanne are active members of industry
characteristics that have led to a substantial organizations and business networking groups,
referral business. including BNI, GBAR, MAR and NAR. They have
Avid market analysts, Tom and Joanne also been recognized as one of Gibson Sotheby’s
diligently study a range of statistics to offer International Realty’s “Masters” for their
crucial insight and strategic expertise when outstanding performance in the market.
Hands-On Construction
25 Upland Road
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-4605
lise@handsonconcord.com
www.handsonconcord.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Please call or visit our website.
We look forward to discussing
See our ad on page 43
your project.
Hands-On Construction is a full-service we design both meet your goals and bring you joy.
design/build residential construction company. Hands-On Construction is the union of
We specialize in new construction, large-scale professional design and expert construction
additions, renovations, and custom kitchen and in one company. Our design/build capabilities
bath remodels. enable us to offer innovative building solutions
Established in 1982 by Richard Warren, our to suit your needs, provide continuous service
mission is to deliver excellent design, superb through the project, and complete your project
craftsmanship, and outstanding customer on time and within budget.
service. Adding both beauty and value to your As we approach our 40th year enhancing the
home is our top priority. living spaces of Concord-area homeowners, we
We enrich the lives of our clients by creating are proud to say that 85% of our customers are
new living spaces that are beautiful, practical, repeat clients or referrals from delighted previous
and sustainable. Through careful consultation clients. To us, construction is an art form, your
and ongoing communication, we take the time to home is our canvas, and satisfying your vision is
understand your needs and values so the spaces our goal.
30 www.ConcordChamberofCommerce.orgHarold Nichols Insurance Agency
81 Commonwealth Avenue
Concord, MA 01742
978-369-0110
363 Great Road
Bedford, MA
hfninsure@aol.com
www.nicholsinsurance.com
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat, Sun Closed
The Harold F. Nichols Insurance Agency companies. Significant savings can be
serves thousands of clients in the Eastern obtained by combining both automobile
Massachusetts area. In addition to the Concord and home insurance through our agency.
office, a second office in Bedford provides a The agency principal has over 40 years of
willing and professional staff. We can offer experience in the Massachusetts insurance
a wide selection of insurance companies to environment. The staff at both offices would
meet any need. We have our own contracts welcome any insurance inquiry you might
with several prominent insurance companies have. We are confident we can offer the most
allowing us to truly represent the interests of professional and courteous service for all your
our clients. The agency maintains a special insurance needs.
ability to cover expensive homes and umbrella We represent: Travelers, Hanover,
liability policies. Commerce, Union Mutual, Citation, Plymouth
Our position in the new competitive Rock, Bunker Hill, New England Guarantee,
automobile insurance market permits us and other reliable insurance companies.
to offer a variety of discounts with several
Historic New England - Gropius House
68 Baker Bridge Road
Lincoln, MA 01742
781-259-8098
www.historicnewengland.org/visit/
homes-farms-landscapes/
Walter Gropius, founder of the efficiency and simplicity of design. The
German design school known as house contains a significant collection of
the Bauhaus, was one of the most furniture designed by Marcel Breuer and
influential architects of the twentieth fabricated in the Bauhaus workshops.
century. He designed the Gropius House With the family’s possessions still in
as his family home in 1938 when he place, the Gropius House has a sense of
came to teach architecture at Harvard’s immediacy and intimacy.
Graduate School of Design. For visitor and tour information,
Modest in scale, the house was please visit the Historic New England
revolutionary in impact. In keeping with web site at www.historicnewengland.
Bauhaus philosophy, every aspect of org or call 781-259-8098.
the house was planned for maximum
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